latter
|lat-ter|
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/ˈlætər/
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/ˈlætə/
second of two
Etymology
Etymology Information
'latter' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'lætra', where 'lætra' meant 'slower' or 'later'.
Historical Evolution
'lætra' transformed into the Middle English word 'latter', and eventually became the modern English word 'latter'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'slower' or 'later', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the second of two'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned.
In the debate, the latter argument was more convincing.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40